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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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